
City updates
A child’s liveable city
Many free recreational activities for all ages are offered by the City throughout the year. For families in need, subsidies for registration fees are also available.
Winter 2024 transit service changes
OC Transpo’s winter service changes will come into effect on Sunday, December 24, 2023. Regular schedule adjustments take place four times a year – spring, summer, fall and winter.
The 12 days of holiday fire safety
The holiday season is a time full of joy and celebration, but it's important to keep safety in mind to protect your loved ones and your home. When preparing for your festivities, follow these fire prevention and safety tips from Ottawa Fire Services.
Join the Transit Advisory Working Group
Are you passionate about public transit and want to help improve Ottawa’s transit system? If so, we would love to hear from you! OC Transpo is recruiting members for a new Transit Advisory Working Group.
Council approves Budget 2024
Council approved the 2024 Capital and Operating Budget. Residents will see a 2.5% tax increase,. The average urban homeowner would pay an additional $105 on their annual property tax bill, while the average rural homeowner would pay an additional $86.
'Tis the season to sleigh holiday waste!
With many exciting holidays coming up over the next few months, now is the perfect time to think of how you can cut down on waste this season. There are many ways you can reduce waste when it comes to gifts, food and decorations, but here are just a few ideas.
Give the gift of fun!
With lots of exciting, registered programs, drop-in activities and membership options, a City of Ottawa gift certificate is a great choice for anyone on your holiday list.
News from Ruth E. Dickinson: your local library branch
Join All In A Day host Alan Neal, Jo-Ann Oosterman and the rest of the All In A Day Book Club for a discussion with Jo-Ann Oosterman, about her book Tom's Story. The book is Jo-Ann Oosterman's examination of her 16-year relationship with Ojibway artist Tom Hogan.